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Tour a full-sized replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, the Andalucia is an exact replica of the famous galleons that played such an important role in the creation and maintenance of the Spanish Empire. Built in Spain, it is similar to the galleon that brought Pedro Menendez to Florida where he founded St. Augustine in 1565. The ship is available for tours Monday - Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturady & Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adult; $8 for youth. Tickets are available at the Colonial Quarter and St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum. 111 Avenida Menendez. 904-824-1606

From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., native Cherokee historians describe how their people interacted with the local Timucua for centuries before the arrival of Europeans. The presentations take place in the living history village of Seloy at the Fountain of Youth Park. Park admission is $15 Adults, $14 seniors, $9 Children 6 - 12 applies (local discount available). 11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine. 904-829-3168 www.fountainofyouthflorida.com

Richard Aloysius Twine, St. Augustine's first known African-American photographer, captured the essence of Lincolnville, an African-American community in St. Augustine, through his photographs. Twine's images tell of events, happy and sad, ceremonial and personal, in lives otherwise often unrecorded. In 1988, glass plate negatives of 103 of Twine's photographs were found in the attic of his house on Kings Ferry Way and salvaged. The display is in The Tovar House at the Oldest House Museum Complex.

Admission is free to Journey Passport holders, St. Augustine Historical Society members, and St. Johns County residents or with purchase of a ticket to the Oldest House Museum Complex.

Rangers and volunteers demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the colonial Spanish soldier of 1740s St. Augustine.

These demonstrations are weekly on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the North-East gun deck. They are at 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 3:30 PM. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability.

Normal entrance fees apply. The Castillo de San Marcos is considered to be a "walk-in" park; the entrance fee applies to each individual.

Adults (Age 16 and above) -- $7.00 - valid for 7 consecutive days.
Children (age 15 and under) -- free, but must be accompanied by an adult.

The Golden Access and Age Passports; the Castillo Annual Pass; and the Interagency Access, Annual, Military, and Senior Passes are honored for free admission in accordance with the terms specified on the card.

The El Galeon Andalucia, a full-sized replica of a 16th century Spanish ship, is docked in St. Augustine for an extended stay. She is an exact replica of the famous galleons that played such an important role in the creation and maintenance of the Spanish Empire.

Come tour the decks of El Galeon...you're free to roam above and below the decks, talk to the current crew members (real sailors living on board), and absorb dozens of interactive exhibits, videos and displays.

Docked at the St. Augustine Municipal Marina, she is open daily for tours.

By Lionel Bart | Musical
The well-loved musical adaptation of Charles Dickens's classic tale! Oliver is an orphan who runs away from his cruel caretakers only to land himself in trouble with the wrong kind of people. As he navigates his new life, he finds hope in the kindness of newfound friends. Be sure to check website for specific times and upcoming shows. Also reserve through our Limelight Package for an amazing night of theater fun. Confirm details with innkeeper.

St. Augustine Art Association's Annual Honors Show featuring new works by artists who have won awards at association exhibits during the previous three years. The gallery is open Tuesday - Saturday noon - 4 p.m. and Sunday 2 - 5 p.m. Admission is free. 22 Marine St., St. Augustine. 904-824-2310 http://www.staaa.org

National Parks Service personnel demonstrate the weapons and relate the experiences of the Colonial Spanish soldier stationed in St. Augustine in 1740's. Demonstration times are 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. and at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. throughout the year. Firing times are subject to change depending on weather conditions and staff availability. The Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fortification in the U.S., was built by the Spanish in 1672 to help protect their empire in the New World. Admission is $7 for adults. Children 15 and under are free. The Castillo is open 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. daily. Info: www.nps.gov/casa.

As part of St. Augustine's First Friday Art Walk, Amiro Art & Found features a collection of ocean-inspired artwork from 5 - 9 p.m. The exhibit include artwork by Miami-based artist, Jeanine Maleno, as well as local artists Jim Macbeth, Nancy Hamlin-Vogler, Deane Kellogg, and Wendy Mandel McDaniel. The exhibit will remain through the month of June The Gallery is open Thursday-Monday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. with extended hours on Fridays and Saturdays until 7 p.m. 9C Aviles St., St. Augustine. 904-824-8460 www.amiroartandfound.com

Tour a full-sized replica of a 17th century Spanish galleon. Docked at the St. Augustine City Marina, the Andalucia is an exact replica of the famous galleons that played such an important role in the creation and maintenance of the Spanish Empire. Built in Spain, it is similar to the galleon that brought Pedro Menendez to Florida where he founded St. Augustine in 1565. The ship is available for tours Monday - Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturady & Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adult; $8 for youth. Tickets are available at the Colonial Quarter and St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum. 111 Avenida Menendez. 904-824-1606

Journey: 450 Years of the African American Experience covers the long and storied history of African-Americans in St. Augustine. The story of African-Americans begins in St. Augustine with the first Africans both free and slave among founding colonists in 1565. The exhibition is designed for cultural and heritage visitors interested in the full history of America and its beginnings and comprises four themes: Genesis of the African-American Experience; Fortress of Freedom; Breaking the Chains; and Crossroads of Change. Tickets are $5 for adults; $4 for seniors; $3 for youth 7-12; under 7 free. Free admission for military in uniform. Located at the St. Augustine Visitors Information Center, 10 West Castillo Dr., St. Augustine. www.Journey2014.com

The new St. Augustine Distillery opened its doors to the public for the first time this month. The beautiful new distillery is located in the historic power and ice plant built in stages between 1905 and 1927. The distillery will offer free tours and tastings from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday - Saturday and 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Sunday. The grand opening includes the release of the first spirit legally produced in Northeast Florida since prohibition. Bottles of this 100% Florida Cane Vodka will be available for purchase. 112 Riberia Street, St. Augustine. 904-825-4962 www.staugustinedistillery.com

This exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour includes a multi-media presentation with one of the Lighthouse's marine archaeologists. Tour participants visit areas of the Historic Light Station that are off-limits for general admission visitors. Participants will also see recovered artifacts that are undergoing tedious cleaning and stabilization procedures undertaken by conservators. Free time will be available to see museum exhibits in the historic Keeper's House and to also climb the 165' lighthouse. The lighthouse is located at 81 Lighthouse Avenue in St. Augustine. Advance reservations are required. Tickets are $24 and may be purchased at www.StAugustineLighthouse.org or call 904-829-0745.

Enjoy shopping at the Market at the Beach for fresh produce, baked goods, jewelery, and other quality hand-made gift and home decorating products located at the ocean-side St. Johns County Pier Park, 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach. The market takes place every Wednesday rain or shine.

The 24th season of Concerts in the Plaza continue with a free live performance every Thursday night from 7-9 p.m. in St. Augustine's historic Plaza de la Constitucion. The season ends with the afternoon Labor Day Concert. For an updated schedule of performers visit the website. 1 King St. 904-825-1004 www.plazaconcerts.com

World Golf Village celebrates Independence Day with its annual Community Fireworks-one of the largest displays in Northeast Florida. Enjoy an All American BBQ from 5:30 - 6:45 p.m. followed by priority seating for the IMAX showing of Transformers 4 at 7:15 p.m. Fireworks begin after the movie. Tickets are $35 for adults and $30 for children. One World Golf Pl., St. Augustine 904-940-4123 www.WorldGolfHallofFame.org

The 4th of July Concert & Fireworks in St. Augustine starts at 6 p.m. with the All Star Orchestra performing in the Plaza de la Constitucion. At 9:30 p.m., one of the largest fireworks displays on the East Coast bursts above the ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflects in the waters of Matanzas Bay. Admission is free with the best vantage points along the bay front between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions. www.FireworksOverTheMatanzas.com